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From Thutmose I in the 18th Dynasty of the New Kingdom period, all the kings, and occasionally high officials of that period, were buried in the secluded wadi, or dry gully, which today is called Valley of the Kings.During my visit in December last year there were 63 tombs , excavated by the Egyptologists and archaeologists from many countries. Not all of the tombs belonged to the king and royal family. Some tombs belonged to privileged nobles and were usually undecorated.Recently in April 2014, Remains of about 50 mummies, including newborn babies, thought to belong to the 18th Pharaonic dynasty were found in a huge tomb .The powerful kings of the 18th and 19th Dynasties kept the tombs under close supervision, but under the weaker rulers of the 20th Dynasty, the tombs were looted, often by the very workers or officials supposedly responsible for their creation and protection. The earliest king buried in the Valley was Thutmose I, the latest, Ramesses XI. In 1922, Howard Carter found the most well-known of these tombs, that belonging to the young King Tutankhamun.The First Floor of the Cairo Museum has the collection of treasures of Tutankhamun . Tutankhamun died at only 19 years of age following a brief reign. Though extremely impressive to the modern world, the treasures of Tutankhamun must have paled when compared to the tombs of the great Pharaohs that ruled for many years during Egypt's golden age.

From Thutmose I in the 18th Dynasty of the New Kingdom period, all the kings, and occasionally high officials of that period, were buried in the secluded wadi, or dry gully, which today is called Valley of the Kings.During my visit in December last year there were 63 tombs , excavated by the Egyptologists and archaeologists from many countries. Not all of the tombs belonged to the king and royal family. Some tombs belonged to privileged nobles and were usually undecorated.Recently in April 2014, Remains of about 50 mummies, including newborn babies, thought to belong to the 18th Pharaonic dynasty were found in a huge tomb .The powerful kings of the 18th and 19th Dynasties kept the tombs under close supervision, but under the weaker rulers of the 20th Dynasty, the tombs were looted, often by the very workers or officials supposedly responsible for their creation and protection. The earliest king buried in the Valley was Thutmose I, the latest, Ramesses XI. In 1922, Howard Carter found the most well-known of these tombs, that belonging to the young King Tutankhamun.The First Floor of the Cairo Museum has the collection of treasures of Tutankhamun . Tutankhamun died at only 19 years of age following a brief reign. Though extremely impressive to the modern world, the treasures of Tutankhamun must have paled when compared to the tombs of the great Pharaohs that ruled for many years during Egypt's golden age.

This town is a bustling tourist resort but was once a sleepy little Red Sea fishing village with a number of great beaches. Despite its recent popularity (and being included on quite a few tours to egypt) it still maintains its former charm and sense of the traditional. It is the ideal place for the experienced and novice diver alike and offers some stunning marine life as well as beautiful reefs to explore. This is the perfect resort for those who appreciate the historic charm of Egypt as well as the natural beauty and still want modern conveniences and comforts.

This town is a bustling tourist resort but was once a sleepy little Red Sea fishing village with a number of great beaches. Despite its recent popularity (and being included on quite a few tours to egypt) it still maintains its former charm and sense of the traditional. It is the ideal place for the experienced and novice diver alike and offers some stunning marine life as well as beautiful reefs to explore. This is the perfect resort for those who appreciate the historic charm of Egypt as well as the natural beauty and still want modern conveniences and comforts.

If you like shopping, there is an authentic street market about 10 minutes walk north from the hotel at Alf Leila Wa Leila and of course, the market at Old Sharm, a short drive away is a must visit. You will need to haggle with the traders, as nothing bears a price tag, but that’s all part of the fun. If you prefer to see the price visit Il Mercato, lots of shops and a McDonalds! I recommend ordering a car from the hotel rather than hailing a taxi in the street as the drivers have an unusual take on the rules of the road.

If you like shopping, there is an authentic street market about 10 minutes walk north from the hotel at Alf Leila Wa Leila and of course, the market at Old Sharm, a short drive away is a must visit. You will need to haggle with the traders, as nothing bears a price tag, but that’s all part of the fun. If you prefer to see the price visit Il Mercato, lots of shops and a McDonalds! I recommend ordering a car from the hotel rather than hailing a taxi in the street as the drivers have an unusual take on the rules of the road.